Over 50 Entrepreneur Insights

Critical insights for over-50 entrepreneurs

Supporter///Enabler

DOES YOUR PERSONALITY TYPE ENHANCE OR SABOTAGE YOUR CHANCES FOR A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS?

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From my new book, FIFTEEN CRITICAL INSIGHTS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS OVER FIFTY, a personality type we recognize, and in many cases, one with which we thoroughly identify. Do SUPPORTER///ENABLERS make good business owners?  You be the judge. Strangely, in an era in which we are bombarded with statistical data and evidence-based decision-making, many of you […]

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innovative thinking

WHY DO OVER-50 ENTREPRENEURS HAVE TROUBLE WITH INNOVATIVE THINKING?

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During the early stages of establishing their new business, over-50 entrepreneurs struggle with innovation, more so than younger GenXer and Millennial generations. The reason is twofold. First, over-50 entrepreneurs (Baby Boomers) have spent more years in the workplace, immersed in corporate politics and restrictive “get-along” decision-making. The impact of traditional seniority promotions has pushed them

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maskfone

Example Of Creative Thinking Over-50 Entrepreneurs Can Follow With Ease

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We keep preaching the same thing. You are NOT too old, too cash-strapped, too technology-deficient to start a successful business. This MaskFone is an example of incorporating low-tech creative thinking into a game-changing opportunity in the marketplace. The unique and compelling aspect of this project is that it didn’t require the expertise of a computer

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trust

Do People Trust You? How Can You Tell?

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In a world contaminated by lies, scams, and institutional Enron-type misdirection, trust is a valuable commodity. In both personal and business relationships, it’s an indispensable component in achieving success. This is why retailers give you a no-hassle refund. This is why banks and credit card companies cover the fraud that someone else committed. Do people

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